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LIFE: Vashtie, Oscar & Downtown NYC Unite x Fundraiser/Drive for Sandy Victims x Melanie Fiona, Venus X, Curt@!ns, Nigel Sylvester, Jasmine Solano, Ninjasonik & More! (11.6.12)

Our last minute benefit/drive for SANDY VICTIMS was a success! Although we only garnered a small crowd, it couldn’t have been more perfect! Everyone came with either a supply or a cash donation. We made $1300 and that will all

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INVITE: Vashtie, Oscar & Downtown NYC Unite x Fundraiser and Drive for Sandy Victims (11.6.12)

Totally short notice, but for a worthwhile cause. Oscar and I have teamed with friends in order to throw a fun party while collection supplies and donations for SANDY VICTIMS. All are welcome to attend, we only ask for mandatory

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LIFE: Manhattan Sandy Refugee in Brooklyn x 5 Days Stay-Cation In Historical Boerum Hill

Shortly after my previous post, Hurricane Sandy got mad real. After sundown, the wind started blowing even harder – it sounded like my windows would blow at any moment. I had stocked up on water and non-perishable food, but somehow

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LIFE: Hurricane Sandy Visits The East Coast – “Damn Nature, You Scary”

Let me begin this by saying, I hope all of you (wherever you are) are safe and well. I am in the only place I ever want to be (and even more so now), New York City. HURRICANE SANDY is

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LIFE: 1992 For “Purple Reign” Halloween Party x Refinery 29 x Cole Haan x Stoli

Over the weekend, OSCAR 1992 and I hosted and DJ’ed a party for REFINERY 29 x COLE HAAN & STOLI. We brought with us, party essential DJ JASMINE SOLANO who played a 90’s set that all had us dancing as

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BEHIND THE SCENES: My November Feature in ALLURE Magazine! ON STANDS NOW!

When ALLURE MAGAZINE reached out and asked me to be apart of their feature, I literally jumped at the opportunity! I’m always  shocked that any big publication wants to work with me, but hey – who am I to argue?!

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LIFE: Samsung Galaxy Note II – Performance by Kanye West – Hanging Backstage with Drea, Mano, Mademoiselle Kdia, Mimi, Plain Pat, Don C. & More (10.24.12)

Being “backstage” for a girl despite affiliation always feels awkward, well at least in my head. But, when DREA asked me to come hang with her at the SAMSUNG GALAXY NOTE II x KANYE WEST show, I was more than

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LIFE: Working in Los Angeles – (Day 4 of 5)

My last day in Los Angeles and I spent some time on set working. I cannot wait to show you guys what I was apart of out there. Such an amazing experience and opportunity! Director Brian Beletic Anyways, afterwards I

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LIFE: Working in Los Angeles – Lunch With Sarah, Supreme Store Visit, Dinner with Scott Vener and Belated Birthday Food with Drea (Day 2/3 of 5)

So, I took an oath thanks to ELLE CLAY – that I would not be a hermit in LA and that I would venture out to see and be seen. That translated to me as “hang out with friends and

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LIFE: Working in Los Angeles – A New York Reunion in Hollywood – Eric Elms, A-Ron, Semen Sperms, Tino Razo, Nasty Neck, Tim Barber & More! (Day 1 of 5)

Hey Dudes and Dudettes. I realize my posts have been scattered, so I apologize for that. Things have been a bit hectic, but everything is well – and I hope all of you are also. Just an update: I am

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SPECIAL DELIVERY: Supreme Fall/Winter 2012 Pieces

Oh snap. Got some new SUPREME gear and although I hate Fall and Winter (yes, hate is a strong word – but that’s how I feel) these pieces will make the colder weather a litte bit cozier! Some of this

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LIFE: Target Style “Falling For You” Short Film Starring Kristen Bell, Zachary Abel & Nia Long – Paper Magazine’s 8th Annual Nightlife Awards (10.10.12)

Tonight was a double wammy. I had to support TARGET and the screening of their short film “FALLING FOR YOU” at 7pm, but I also had to kick it at Paper Magazine’s 8th Annual Nightlife Awards which was starting at

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READ: Astrology Zone’s Susan Miller’s Incredible Post About Her Mother “Little Mom”

Here’s a big secret about me, if Scarface lives by the sword (or “swode” as he put it) then I live by my horoscope. Yeah, I’m one of those people who will ask you your sign in our first conversation

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LIFE: Nike Football Society Photo Re-Cap – Nike Flag Football League – Team Jamaica Diamond Turf – Week 4

Hey Guys… So as you know, I started playing “sports”. Haha, well I’m in the Nike Flag Football League. It’s week 4 and guess who the only undefeated team in the league is? (*sips green tea and stares at nails*).

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NEWS: I’ve Uncovered A Vault of My Younger Days…

And I’m working on a post that will bring to life just who I was as a Middle School kid and who I was as a High School kid, through my artwork, keepsakes and photos. There is a lot to

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INVITE: Obama Victory Fund for Bowling for Barack – Wednesday, October 3rd 2012

Fellow Obama Supporters… Please join the Obama Victory Fund for Bowling for Barack: a debate-watch party with supporters like you in four cities – New York City, Washington, DC, Miami Beach and San Francisco at the respective Lucky Strike Bowl

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LIFE: G-Shock 30th Anniversary x Haze 25th Anniversary (9.28.12)

ERIC HAZE & VASHTIE On Friday evening, G-SHOCK celebrated their 30 years with  ERIC HAZE and his 25 years of being the game-changing icons that they are. I’m sure you are all well aware of G-SHOCKS major accomplishments, but you may

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LIFE: 1992 6 Year Anniversary – DJ Neil Armstrong, Radio Rose & Sure Shot – Appearances By Genevieve Jones, Mademoiselle Kdia, Dave Chappelle and MORE!

6 years ago, OSCAR and I started 1992 THE PARTY. Without an expectation of where it would go or how it would be received, we set out with the only goal – to provide an inviting space where all kinds

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INVITE: 1992 6 Year Anniversary – DJ Neil Armstrong, Radio Rose & Sure Shot – Santos Party House – Heineken Open Bar (TONIGHT!!!)

Yes, yes ya’ll. We will be there in full effect so come through. Legendary NEIL ARMSTRONG will be on the decks and so will RADIO ROSE & SURE SHOT! I will be there for sure, dressing like a 90’s hooker.

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PREMIERE: That Work – “Soul On Fire” Dir. By Harry McNally & Sebo Bear (BRAND NEW)

Another BRAND SPANKING NEW Music Video from THAT WORK, which drops now – at Midnight!!! Let me just say that this video is excellent! It stars my friend TIGGA CALORE (above) with an army of sick dancers. It’s hypnotizing to

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SPECIAL DELIVERY: Supreme x Levi’s White Denim Jacket Lined in Leopard & Leopard Belt (9.24.12)

White Supreme Denim Jacket with Leopard Lining, Vintage High Waisted Guess Shorts & Chloe Sevigny for Opening Ceremony Mary Ellen Shoes +++++++++++ Special thanks to the family ANGELO & JAMES JEBBIA for always hooking up their sister! I got these

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LIFE: Violette Playground at Capsule Women’s New York Show + Vita Coco & More (9.18.12-9.20.12)

Thanks to the special folks at BPMW & CAPSULE, we were granted a vignette space in one of the worlds most premier trade shows – CAPSULE. Trade shows are where a lot of brands go and show off their stuff

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LIFE: GQ September Style Cocktail Reception for Victor Cruz at Double 7 (9.21.12)

Let me just say that I am a Giants fan, but that’s not why I love or support Victor Cruz. Vic is just a super sweet human being, point blank. He always has a smile on his face and exudes

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RANDOM: It’s Friday People!

…and I just want to enjoy the view like this (via BUZZFEED) I have so much to share with you guys! I don’t know where to begin. For now, enjoy that little cat video. HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!!! xo, v$

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RANDOM: I’m Playing In a Nike Flag Football League #NikeFootballSociety

Yeah, you heard me right…for my regular blog readers who know me and know how non-athletic I am, I’m sure you’re laughing. But, here is the photo to prove it! TEAM JAMAICA DIAMOND TURF – NIKE FOOTBALL SOCIETY (September 2012,

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LIFE: Luar Zepol Fashion Show “El Bosque Lo’ Que” (9.12.12)

If you’re a reader of my blog than you are familiar with one of my dearest and bestest friends, RAUL LOPEZ. He launched his own line a few years ago, LUAR ZEPOL, and has been wowing us all ever since.

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Protected: LIFE: Hosting Crashin’ Fashion Week With Steven Rojas At Betsey Johnson Spring 2013 Fashion Show & 70th Birthday Bash (9.11.12)

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VIDEO: Crashin’ Fashion Week with Mr. Mickey, Steven Rojas & Vashtie for Steve Madden & Paper Magazine!

Paper Magazine and Steve Madden asked Myself and Steven Rojas to assist the fabulous Mr. Mickey in “CRASHIN’ FASHION WEEK”. You have to see the intro video below and then the second video which features video of my insane 1992

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LIFE: Mark McNairy x McNasty Show – Rachel Roy, Gabrielle Union, Angie Martinez, Danny Brown, Dee & Ricky, Deirdre Maloney & More! (8.10.12)

Me wearing Vintage Gianni Versace Denim Shirt, Supreme Shorts and Timberland Boots Lincoln Center, New York City –  September 2012 I have been attending way more events than I normally do during Fashion Week and I’m unsure as to why,

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PRESS: 1992 For Opening Ceremony’s 10 Year Anniversary x Featured in Vogue, W, Esquire & Paper Magazine

++++++++++ Featured on VOGUE Featured on W MAGAZINE   ++++++++++ Featured on ESQUIRE ++++++++++ Featured in PAPER MAGAZINE  

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LIFE: Opening Ceremony 10 Year Anniversary x Fashion Week x 1992 Party Hosted By Vashtie & Oscar x Webster Hall NYC x #OC10YR (8.9.12)

Vintage Dress, Opening Ceremony Mary Ellen Shoes & Balenciaga Bag Makeup by Tai Lotson and Styling by Karl Justin OH MY GOD. Where do I begin. A few months ago our homie Mister JACKY (OPENING CEREMONY) asked us to be

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LIFE: New York Times Covers Futura’s Art Opening & Supreme’s Party at Westway By Ben Detrick

SLIDE SHOW AT NYTIMES.COM Photos by ERIN BAIANO “earth people, I was born on jupiter.”

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LIFE: Fashions Night Out x Futura Art Opening x Puma at Rivington Hotel & Supreme at Westway (8.6.12)

(My friends read my tom-boy look for filth and said I needed to show “body-ahdy” during Fashion Week,so…be prepared. I’m still not.) +++++++++++++++++++ Good grief. As if Fashion Week wasn’t enough to fret about, you have Fashions Night Out. It was

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LIFE: The Shops at Target & Nike Kickoff Rally at 21 Mercer (8.5.12)

Oh looky, Fashion Week is back. I’ve never much been a fan for the anxiety it brings me (never feeling fit or fashionable enough), but I must say it’s still exciting. Getting to watch the shows and attend the fantastic

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LIFE: Labor Day Rooftop Cookout – Joey Bada$$, Darrelle Revis, John Geiger, Jonny Shipes & More!

JONNY & DARRELLE were pretending to be on an unstable rooftop while me and JOHN posed regular for the camera! SHIEST BUBZ & ASHLEY <3 JONNY SHIPES & COODIE DARRELLE REVIS JOHN GEIGER LITTLE ELLE CLAY YOUNG SCOOZLE ELLE CLAY

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THROWBACK: CRS – “Us Placers” – Dir. By Va$htie (2007)

Oh man, I can’t believe it’s been about 5 years since I directed this gem. So much can happen in 5 years. This video will never get old to me and the way it all worked out was just perfect

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FOTO: Sabel Boo & The Boo’s By Aviva Klein

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LIFE: Saturday Night Celebrations At Beauty & Essex – Joey Bada$$, Jonny Shipes, Nick Diamond, Brock, John Geiger, Kirk Knight…

I’m always reluctant to venture out on the weekends…bad drunk crowds, terrible music to cater to those bad drunk crowds and no cabs in sight due to those bad drunk crowds. But when JONNY SHIPES told me we would be

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MUSIC VIDEO: Gym Class Heroes + “Martyrial Girl$” + Dir. By Va$htie (PREMIERE)

Special thanks to my AD Adam Scott Donald, my Producers David Kwon Kim + Shamikah Martinez and the entire lovely crew & cast!

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BEHIND THE SCENES: Directing Gym Class Heroes Music Video For “Martyrial Girl$”

TRAVIE MCCOY & VASHTIE On set of “Martyrial Girl$” in Brooklyn May 2012 I was super stoked when TRAVIE MCCOY reached out and asked me to write something for a GYM CLASS HEROES music video! Not only are they a

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